Remote Data Privacy Counsel (GDPR/Fintech & Crypto)

Black Pen Recruitment; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Data Privacy Counsel who will manage the company’s data protection and privacy legal matters across multiple jurisdictions, including the EU and over 20 African countries. This role involves serving as the named Data Protection Officer, ensuring compliance with GDPR and local laws, and advising teams on data protection and privacy issues. Ideal candidates will hold a law degree and have over three years of relevant legal experience with GDPR matters. This position offers a fully remote work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Law degree from accredited, top-tier University.
• Admitted to practice law in the UK, EU, or a major African jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of legal experience focusing on GDPR matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage data protection and privacy legal matters in the EU and Africa.
• Serve as the Group's named Data Protection Officer.
• Work closely with the Information Security team on compliance.

Skills

GDPR expertise

Data protection and privacy laws across Africa

Excellent verbal and written communication

Fluent in French

Education

Law degree from accredited university

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Data Privacy Counsel who will manage the company’s data protection and privacy legal matters across multiple jurisdictions, including the EU and over 20 African countries. This role involves serving as the named Data Protection Officer, ensuring compliance with GDPR and local laws, and advising teams on data protection and privacy issues. Ideal candidates will hold a law degree and have over three years of relevant legal experience with GDPR matters. This position offers a fully remote work arrangement.